English Language Learning

• Segment 1 – 18 min. – Provides an overview of the application process, getting a login to IWAS, accessing the application and navigation, and brief explanation of terms and funds available. This is targeted toward new applicants.
• Segment 2 – 45 minutes – Provides full navigation covering all pages to be completed and submission process for Part 1 “ELL Enrollment Summary and Ceiling calculator.”  There are new items and pages in the FY12 document, including addition of staffing and High School subject listing.
• Segment 3 – 15 minutes – This segment provides an overview of information that will be collected in Part 2 – “ELL TBE/TPI and Title III Application.” Information and more current details from this segment are now incorporated into Segment 4.
• Segment 4 –1:15– This segment provides detailed information on completing and submitting the “ELL TBE/TPI and Title III Application.”

Preparation to Complete the FY11 Consolidated Application Grant

Local school districts are encouraged to review the links listed below:

• Title III - Annual Measurable Achievement Objectives
• Private Schools - Guidance
• Fiscal Policies and Procedures
• Division of English Language Learning Consultants Assigned to Assist Local School Districts (Updated 2/16/12)
• Illinois School Code and Rules for Serve English Language Learners
• "Supplement Not Supplant” Provision of Title III

The application process for FY12 ELL Bilingual funds is completed and submitted via IWAS. For FY11 information, please refer to the following:

• FY11 IEP Eligibility List (Updated 5/25/10)
• FY11 eGMS Consolidated Bilingual Program Application
  Parts 1 & 2 Webinar Videos and Presentations
  IWAS Part 2 Notice
  Availability of the FY2011 ELL Enrollment Summary and Ceiling Calculator on eGMS

If you have technical difficulties with this Grant Application

• Call the Division of English Language Learning at 312-814-3850.